Le Grand Hotel Description:

Location

Le Grand Hotel is one of the hotels that were built during the colonial era. The hotel hosts a variety of guests who come to Mali on business or on cultural quests. The hotel is popular due to its location and the comfort it offers guests. The landmark hotel is situated on the foot of Koulouba which is Mali’s Presidential Palace and next to Mali’s historic railway station.

Le Grand Hotel is the ideal place for guests who wish to experience the beat of the city. It is a four star hotel with 77 super sized rooms and 4 Suites. The staff in our hotel ensures that guests enjoy their stay in the hotel. The contemporary surroundings of the hotel give hotel guests a memorable stay in Mali.

Mali which is situated at the heart of West Africa has a cultural diversity and it is the birthplace of most great African Empires.

Mali’s location which is at the crossroads of the Sahara and the African Savannah has always been a prime location for commerce and exchange. It is one of Africa jewels which have a veritable mosaic of cultures and vistas. The hotel’s hospitality and welcoming nature are legendary.

Le GRAND HÔTEL offers you a comfortable haven in the middle of downtown Bamako. All the business activities of the capital are situated within easy reach of the shaded palms of Le GRAND HÔTEL’s gardens.

Accommodation

The Grand Hotel which is in the centre of Bamako has been entirely rehabilitated. Its spacious and adequately equipped rooms are comfortable, have refined decorations, direct access telephone, mini bar, central air-conditioning with individual control, soundproofing, safe box, twenty TV channels, Internet connection and access to the floors is by a panoramic elevator.

The Suites which are comfortable are welcoming to all hotel guests. As our guest, you will definitely appreciate the sitting room and the adjoining bedroom which are fully equipped with all the necessary amenities.

Amenities & Services

At the Le Grand Hotel, there is a private pool measuring 18 x 8 which is reserved for hotel guests. The hotel also has a public pool which is adjacent to the Dunia entertainment space. Both pools have large wadding pools for kids who come to the hotel.

DUNIA has a Giant thatch roof enclosure that can hold up to 500 people for any festive occasion. There is also a podium for flow shows and full A/V equipment to keep hotel guests entertained.

The Main Lobby and guest hallways which are decorated with exquisite batiks are the focal points of entry to all hotel services. Local artists display their works all through the lobby and public spaces. In the guest hallways there is a variety of Dogon doors which is an exceptional art form native to Mali.

There is a Newsstand and bookstore in the lobby area where both local and international press is available. There is also a large variety of books ranging from scholarly essays to popular fiction available for sale.

The hotel’s Business Center which is open 6 days a week takes care of all our guests business needs ranging from translation, photocopy to word processing.

There are several shops at the hotel that sell antiques, gold and silver jewellery where guests can purchase souvenirs. There is also a drug store and pharmacy. There are car rental services which guests can use. There is also a beauty salon at the Le Grade Hotel.

During your leisure time, you can visit the hotels fitness center.

Dining

There is a restaurant that is situated on the hotel’s ground flour which daily serves hotel guests a hearty breakfast buffet and a full à la carte menu for lunch. The hotel also severs both African specialties and a number of French favorites. The hotel has a cocktail and wine list which is one of the best in Bamako.

Le Salon MAROCAIN has five to seven deep settees and serves tea and sweetened delicacies.

There is a giant thatch DUNIA at the edge of the swimming pool that can hold up to 500 people for any festive occasion.

Activities & Facilities

The KUMABLON in Malinké is the hotel’s discussion chamber. It is the hotel’s second largest room and it can comfortably hold up to 100 people. This room has a podium and a translation booth. There are also smaller rooms where hotel guests can hold meetings with smaller groups.

BENZO is the waiting room in Bambara. It has a sitting capacity of up to 40 people in a large U shape or up to 80 people in theatre style. The room is air conditioned and guests have independent washrooms. This room is adjacent to a pool where guests can hold cocktails.

TOGUNA the “The discussion ante” in Dogon is next to the KUMABLON. It is a small meeting room with a sitting capacity of a maximum 20 people.